Chefs' Sweet Treats for Your Sweetie

Trying to figure out how to express yourself this Valentine's Day? Why not wow your loved ones with these spectacular desserts from some of the best (and sweetest) chefs around.

Martha Stewart: Cupcakes

America's sweetheart of domesticity, Martha Stewart, knows a thing or two about making great desserts. Her easy One-Bowl Chocolate Cupcakes are a decadent treat that you can
customize with your sweet nothings. Or bake up a few of these Brownie Heart Cupcakes for your little ones.

Jacques Torres: Mudslide Cookies

Jacques Torres, also known as "Mr. Chocolate," is a master chocolatier whose Willy Wonka-type shop cranks out dozens of these oozy Mudslide Cookies each day. Though you'd normally have to head to his shop to get a bite, you can bake them just in time for the chocolate holiday.

Paula Deen: Chocolate-Dipped Cannoli

What says love more than a treat from the warmhearted Paula Deen? Her Chocolate-Dipped Cannoli, filled with creamy ricotta and pistachios, is super-easy and quick, so you'll have more time to plan your romantic night in.

Michael Symon: Chocolate-Covered Bacon

Michael Symon likes to take chances. Case in point: his Chocolate-Covered Bacon with Almonds. Sounds like an unusual pairing, but this savory and sweet treat is out of this world. Take a chance and make a batch of
your own. Box it up for a great V-Day gift, or bring some to your officemates to enjoy when that 4 o'clock urge for a snack hits.

Thomas Keller: Chocolate Bouchons

Bouchon Bakery, owned by one of the most iconic and renowned chefs in America, Thomas Keller, serves up elegant treats that are perfect for Valentine's Day. His Chocolate Bouchons are small, brownie-like cakes, named for their shape, which resembles a cork, or bouchon in French. They are rich. They are chocolaty. And they are addictive!

Anne Burrell: Profiteroles

Profiteroles are a perfect ending to a decadent Valentine meal. The choux pastry hugs the ice cream just so, and both are kissed with a bittersweet chocolate sauce.
This classic French dessert may be simple, but your sweetheart will definitely think he's eating at a four-star restaurant.

Matt Lewis and Renato Poliafito: Red Hot Velvet Cake

Brooklyn-based Baked co-owners Matt Lewis and Renato Poliafito are experts in the treat department. Their number-one fan? Martha Stewart. The pair has appeared several times on Stewart's daytime talk show and have developed a huge following. Try their twist on this classic southern favorite: Red Hot Velvet Cake with Cinnamon Buttercream.